Professional Biography
Dr. Le brings over ten years of experience from her previous practices at Mosaic Life Care in St. Joseph, Missouri and more recently here in the greater Kansas City area. As a Kansas City native, she is thrilled to continue to serve her community and keep her expertise closer to home.
When not in the clinic or operating room, Dr. Le cherishes time with her family and puppy. She has a passion for ballroom dancing, and loves to snow ski, sing karaoke, play mahjong and is an enthusiastic Kansas City Chiefs fan.
Education
Dr. MyChi Le, obtained her biochemistry degree from the University of Missouri, Columbia, advancing to earn her medical degree from the University of Kansas School of Medicine. Her dedication to plastic surgery took her back to Mizzou, where she completed her 6 years of integrated plastic surgery residency, honing her expertise in a wide array of surgical techniques. She obtained her board certification from the American Board of Plastic Surgery in 2016.
Appointments/Awards
- Castle Connolly Top Doctor, 2025
- Faculty Clinical Preceptor for the U. of Missouri-Columbia, School of Medicine, 2018-2024
- Clinical Adjunct Instructor for the A. T. Still University-Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine, 2017-2024
- Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society, Spring 2008
Volunteer
Pho Hien Temple Buddhist Group leader, 2023-present
Junior League of St. Joseph MO, 2015-2023
Publications
- Cohen MS, Patton B, Hirsch B, Rohr M, Herre W, Le M, Blagg B. Inhibition of thyroid cancer proliferation in vitro by a novel small molecule HSP90 inhibitor. American Association for Cancer Research: Molecular Targets and Cancer Therapeutics Proceedings; October 2007: 333-334.
- Colbert SH, Le MH. Case report: Intraneural ganglion cyst of the ulnar nerve at the wrist. Hand, 6:317-320, 2011.
- Le MH, Aldridge KJ, Christ SE, Luo Y, Aviles DL, Cole KK, Muzaffar AR. Morphometric analysis of cortical gray matter in infants with isolated metopic craniosynostosis. American Association of Plastic Surgeons 92nd Annual Meeting & Symposia Program Book, April 20-23, 2013. #P8, Page 155-156.
- Le MH, Aldridge KJ, Christ SE, Luo Y, Aviles DL, Cole KK, Muzaffar AR. Morphometric analysis of cortical gray matter in infants with isolated metopic craniosynostosis.15th International Congress of the International Society of Craniofacial Surgery Program Book. September 10-14, 2013. #34P, Page 200.
Presentations
- Le, M, Ryan S, McClellan A. The mechanism by which potassium causes neurite retraction in lamprey descending neurons in cell culture. Summer Undergraduate Research Conference, Columbia, MO, July 2004.
- Le M, Patel A, Ryan S, McClellan A. Morphology and cytoskeletal elements of reticulospinal neurons of lampreys in cell culture. Undergraduate Research Conference, Columbia, MO, May 2005.
- Le M, Blething J. Empowering women and children with Rose Brooks Free Health Clinic and resources. Community Health Project Showcase, Kansas City, KS, July 2006.
- Cohen MS, Patton B, Hirsch JB, Rohr M, Herre W, Inciardi A, Le M, Blagg BSJ. Inhibition of thyroid cancer proliferation in vitro by a novel small molecule HSP90 inhibitor. Kansas Masonic Cancer Research Institute Cancer Research Symposium, Beller Conference Center, Kansas City, KS, December 2007.
- McEwan TW, Le M, Hubbard B, Muzaffar A. Incidence of metopic craniosynostosis in mid-Missouri and its relationship to deformational plagiocephaly. ePoster presented at the 12th International Congress on Cleft Lip/Palate and Related Craniofacial Anomalies – Lake Buena Vista, FL, May 5-10, 2013
- Aldridge K, Christ SE, Luo Y, Le M, Aviles D, Cole KK, Muzaffar A. Frontal lobe gray matter is not reduced in infants with isolated metopic craniosynostosis. E-poster presented at the 12th International Congress on Cleft Lip/Palate and Related Craniofacial Anomalies – Lake Buena Vista, FL, May 5-10, 2013.
- Le MH, Aldridge KJ, Christ SE, Luo Y, Aviles DL, Cole KK, Muzaffar AR. Morphometric analysis of cortical gray matter in infants with isolated metopic craniosynostosis. Poster presentation at the 15th International Congress of the International Society of Craniofacial Surgery. Jackson Hole, WY, September 10-14, 2013.
Activities & Organizations
- American Society of Plastic Surgery, Active Member, 2009 – present
- Missouri State Medical Association, Active Member, 2018 – present
Advanced Training/Specialties
Mommy makeovers, breast cosmetic & reconstructive surgeries, eyelid rejuvenation, skin cosmetic & reconstructive surgeries, body contouring, minimally invasive skin rejuvenation & injections, hand surgeries
